King Ranch Chicken Casserole
King Ranch Chicken Casserole is a delightful, comforting dish that layers tender chicken, zesty tomatoes, and gooey cheese for a satisfying meal. Perfect for cozy family dinners or potlucks, this casserole comes together in under an hour. Its creamy, savory flavor profile and beautiful presentation will impress your guests and have everyone coming back for seconds. Easy to prepare, it’s a go-to recipe for busy weeknights and gatherings alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups cooked, shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent.
- Stir in shredded chicken, diced tomatoes, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, chili powder, and cumin until well combined and heated through.
- Layer crushed tortilla chips at the bottom of a baking dish. Add half the chicken mixture followed by half the shredded cheese. Repeat layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving, garnished with cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg